Hastings

Napier to Wellington

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February 24th 2009
February 24, 2009 On to Wellington ! "Do not condemn the judgment of another because it differs from your own. You may both be wrong." Dandemis Chalk yesterday up as a learning experience. Up early and eager to get out of town. I learned from my online friend Zappers that Kim Crawford is actually a guy. This morning I’m driving directly to Wellington. First stop Hastings for my now ma ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Picton

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more